European Best Pictures Of The Day - February 28, 2014

European Best Pictures Of The Day - February 28, 2014

U.S. Soldiers Provide Security Around Kandahar Airfield

Scott Olson

Ryan Yuan (L) and his Afghan linguist with the U.S. Army's 4th squadron 2d Cavalry Regiment patrols on a mission to search caves for weapons caches on February 28, 2014 near Kandahar, Afghanistan. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announced recently he is making preparations for a complete military withdrawal from Afghanistan because Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai continues to refuse to sign the Bilateral Security Agreement. Fourth squadron 2d Cavalry Regiment is responsible for defending Kandahar Airfield against rocket attacks from insurgents.

Ryan Yuan (L) and his Afghan linguist with the U.S. Army's 4th squadron 2d Cavalry Regiment patrols on a mission to search caves for weapons caches on February 28, 2014 near Kandahar, Afghanistan. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announced recently he is making preparations for a complete military withdrawal from Afghanistan because Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai continues to refuse to sign the Bilateral Security Agreement. Fourth squadron 2d Cavalry Regiment is responsible for defending Kandahar Airfield against rocket attacks from insurgents.

Ousted Ukrainian President Vikor Yanukovych holds a press conference on February 28, 2014 in Rostov-on-Don, Russia. In his first public appearance after fleeing the country, Yanukovych stated that he was 'not overthrown' and would continue to struggle for his country as tensions continue to rise between Russia and the new Kiev parliament.

Ousted Ukrainian President Vikor Yanukovych holds a press conference on February 28, 2014 in Rostov-on-Don, Russia. In his first public appearance after fleeing the country, Yanukovych stated that he was 'not overthrown' and would continue to struggle for his country as tensions continue to rise between Russia and the new Kiev parliament.

World's Longest Aircraft Unveiled

Oli Scarff

Mike Durham, the Technical Director at Hybrid Air Vehicles, admires the helium-filled 'Airlander' aircraft in a giant airship shed on February 28, 2014 in Cardington, England. The Airlander, which was originally developed for the US military before the project was cancelled due to budget cuts, is the world's longest aircraft at 92 meters. Although slow moving compared to conventional aircraft, the Airlander is able to carry large payloads over long distances very efficiently. Hybrid Air Vehicles' project to develop the technology further is being funded by a Government grant as well as private finance from individuals including Bruce Dickinson, the lead singer of the band Iron Maiden.

Mike Durham, the Technical Director at Hybrid Air Vehicles, admires the helium-filled 'Airlander' aircraft in a giant airship shed on February 28, 2014 in Cardington, England. The Airlander, which was originally developed for the US military before the project was cancelled due to budget cuts, is the world's longest aircraft at 92 meters. Although slow moving compared to conventional aircraft, the Airlander is able to carry large payloads over long distances very efficiently. Hybrid Air Vehicles' project to develop the technology further is being funded by a Government grant as well as private finance from individuals including Bruce Dickinson, the lead singer of the band Iron Maiden.

Rio Mental Health Institution Holds Carnival Parade

Mario Tama

Participants prepare to march in the 'Loucura Suburbana' (Suburban Madness) Carnival street parade organized by the Nise de Silveira mental health institution on February 27, 2014 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The annual parade includes patients, doctors, nurses, relatives and community members. The 'bloco' aims to integrate patients with neighborhood residents while promoting acceptance blurring the lines defining mental illness.

Participants prepare to march in the 'Loucura Suburbana' (Suburban Madness) Carnival street parade organized by the Nise de Silveira mental health institution on February 27, 2014 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The annual parade includes patients, doctors, nurses, relatives and community members. The 'bloco' aims to integrate patients with neighborhood residents while promoting acceptance blurring the lines defining mental illness.

Roberto Soldado of Tottenham Hotspur watches the ball hit the back of the net after Christian Eriksen of Tottenham Hotspur (not pictured) scores the first goal from a freekick during the UEFA Europa League Round of 32 second leg match between Tottenham Hotspur and FC Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk at White Hart Lane on February 27, 2014 in London, England.

Roberto Soldado of Tottenham Hotspur watches the ball hit the back of the net after Christian Eriksen of Tottenham Hotspur (not pictured) scores the first goal from a freekick during the UEFA Europa League Round of 32 second leg match between Tottenham Hotspur and FC Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk at White Hart Lane on February 27, 2014 in London, England.

Queen Elizabeth II meets German Chancellor Angela Merkel at Buckingham Palace on February 27, 2014 in London, England. Merkel is on a one-day visit to the UK during which she will address a joint session of parliament and will also have tea with the Queen at Buckingham Palace.

Queen Elizabeth II meets German Chancellor Angela Merkel at Buckingham Palace on February 27, 2014 in London, England. Merkel is on a one-day visit to the UK during which she will address a joint session of parliament and will also have tea with the Queen at Buckingham Palace.